English phrase from drama scenes

What Does "i've been waiting for you for hours" Mean?

Learn what "i've been waiting for you for hours" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.

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Complain

Where have you been? I've

This means the speaker is upset about having to wait a long time.

From Love Lies And Bloodline, Episode 20

When do people say this?

Scene Context

Someone says they have been waiting for hours.

Usage Scenario

Use this to complain about a long delay in meeting someone. It can sound irritated if said sharply.

Better ways to say it

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I've been waiting for you for hours.
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I've been waiting for hours.
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Where have you been? I've been waiting for hours.

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